Ilves vs Haka Prediction: Expect a competitive contest

In the 18th round of the Finland Veikkausliiga, fans can expect an exciting match-up between two teams from the lower part of the table. Ilves will be hosting Haka at the Tammelan Stadion, and both sides will be eager to secure a crucial victory. With both teams hungry for points, this encounter promises to be a fiercely contested duel. Fans can expect an intense and competitive game as these two sides battle it out for victory. Previews, H2H, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

Ilves

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Ilves' current situation in the league is indeed challenging, with their recent series of poor results impacting their position in the standings. Despite having high expectations in their previous match against VPS, they were unable to secure a victory and suffered a 2-0 defeat against a team in top form.

Currently sitting in 8th place with 17 points, Ilves will be eager to turn their fortunes around and get back to winning ways. The gap of 4 points between them and their rivals in this upcoming match, who are at the bottom of the table, makes this fixture even more crucial for Ilves to get a positive result.

Given their recent struggles, Ilves will need to regroup, find their form, and put in a strong performance to secure a much-needed victory. With the home advantage at the Tammelan Stadion, they will be hoping to capitalize on it and secure three valuable points to improve their position in the league standings.

As the match unfolds, fans will be keenly watching to see if Ilves can overcome their current challenges and come out victorious against their determined opponents, who will also be fighting to climb up from the bottom of the table. It promises to be an intriguing contest as both teams battle it out to secure a positive result and improve their standing in Finland's top football league.

Haka

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Haka's current streak without a win in the Finnish Veikkausliiga is indeed concerning, lasting for 10 matches. When considering their matches in the qualification for the Conference League, where they were eliminated by the Crusaders, the streak extends to an even worse 12 matches. This prolonged period without victories indicates a difficult season for the team.

The lack of positive results in both the league and European qualification matches is undoubtedly putting their status in the elite league at risk for the next season. With such a bad run of form, preserving their position in the top tier will be a challenging task for Haka.

The team will need to assess their weaknesses, make necessary improvements, and show resilience in the remaining matches to turn their season around. Time is of the essence, and they will have to put in strong performances to secure crucial points and climb up from the lower part of the table.

H2H

The head-to-head record between Ilves and FC Haka over their past meetings since September 2020 shows a balanced rivalry. Both teams have enjoyed success, with Ilves winning two of those matches, FC Haka winning two as well, and two games ending in draws. Throughout these encounters, a total of 14 goals were scored, with each team finding the back of the net seven times. This results in an average of 2.33 goals per game when they face each other.

Their most recent league game took place on 7th June 2023, which was on matchday 11 of the Veikkausliiga. In that encounter, the match ended in a 1-1 draw, further showcasing the closely contested nature of their matchups.

Expert Betting Tips

Both teams have experienced challenging periods recently, and the head-to-head history indicates that their upcoming clash at the Tammelan Stadion will likely be an evenly contested battle. Both teams will be eager to secure a much-needed victory and improve their form in the league.

• Under 2.5 for 1.76 odds
• X for 3.35 odds
• HT: X for 1.90 odds